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  • Christmas in July at Benguela on Main

    Christmas in July…the #BenguelaGlamour way. Executive chef Jean Delport is inviting you to step into the magic of Christmas at Benguela on Main on the 22nd of July 2017. The 5 star menu of their extraordinary chef will have guests singing along to a live performance of jovial Christmas carols. Inspired by the most wonderful […] More

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    Enjoy Mother’s Day at Benguela on Main

    Executive Chef, Jean Delport, has created a sublime lunch menu that has been designed with mom’s favourite memories in mind, with an elegant fine dining twist. The charming setting of this fine dining establishment provides a serene atmosphere – perfect for bonding over a delicious meal. Chef Jean Delport promises to pull out all the […] More

  • Date Night Dinner Competition at 96 Winery Road

    96 Winery Road are still celebrating their 21st birthday! Their giving away two main courses and a bottle of wine to one lucky winner every week for the month of April; perfect for date night. Visit their Facebook Page to answer a simple every week for a new chance to win. It’s the perfect prize to […] More

  • A Night at the Opera with Benguela on Main

    In fine dining taste, Benguela on Main is hosting an opera evening to captivate diners. Chef Jean Delport’s menu promises to provide a magical experience in each course. On Saturday, 8th April diners can book an uniquely, magnificent dinner. Lovers of opera classics can listen to the hair raising vocals of talented artist, Shaza Greeff, […] More

  • A new Benchmark in Excellence for Eikendal Chardonnay

    Among the Eikendal Chardonnay’s most recent achievements was its 2014 vintage rated overall champion in the esteemed 2015 Prescient Chardonnay Report for scoring the highest points. The annual assessment by highly regarded wine authorities involves a blind tasting of 60 of South Africa’s most high-profile wines in the category. This is the best I’ve made.  […] More

  • Eikendal amuses with Weintaufe Harvest Carnival

    The Stellenbosch winelands will take on wonderland proportions when Eikendal Vineyards celebrates the end of its harvest with a farm-style Weintaufe Carnival that promises a pleasure-seeking funfair for young and old on Sunday, 5 March 2017. Playground of Winelands pleasures for young and old The Eikendal Weintaufe has become a summertime family tradition in the […] More

  • Steffanie’s Place

    Steffanie’s is a special place, a place for languid lunches and decadent dinners. Experience dining al’ fresco or enjoy sun-downers to wonderful views on the airy terrace or spend your time inside in the warm and welcoming interior. Whatever your preference, Steffanie’s Place accommodates. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday […] More

  • Festive Season Tasting Menu at Benguela on Main

    A festive menu of note! As of the 1st of December Executive chef Jean Delport and his team of sommeliers at Benguela on Main have crafted a delectable Christmas menu for you and your family to enjoy. Delight your taste buds with flavours and memories of Christmas. Contact the restaurant for more information!   Directions to […] More

  • Celebrate Christmas at Steffanie’s Place

    CHRISTMAS is upon us! There are only a few tables left at Steffanie’s Place in Somerset West. The menu is charged at R550 per person with kids under 12 only having to pay R275. There will also be popcorn, cool drinks and videos for the kids if they get too bored sitting with the parents. […] More

  • Sherry Dinner at 96 Winery Road

    Spanish sherry must be one of the great luxury wines of the world, and winter is not the only time to enjoy them, but surely the best time! Join 96 WInery Road Restaurant on the evening of 26 July to savor some of the best sherries Spain has to offer, learn some key facts from Sherry […] More

  • 96 Winery Road Review

    96 Winery Road is in the heart of the glorious Helderberg countryside, just a few minutes from Somerset West. The outside patio gives you beautiful views of the vineyards, and if you have any, kids can have fun at the playground. If you’re a little chilly, the inside of the restaurant is rustic and homey with wooden furniture and […] More

  • Eikendal warms up with Winter Pizza & Wine Pairings

    Chilly days call for serious comfort therefore Swiss owned Stellenbosch Estate, Eikendal, has tweaked its popular Pizza & Wine Pairing experience with new wintry taste sensations that will beat the winter blues one sizzling bite and sip at a time. From now until the end of June, food and wine lovers can tuck into a […] More